I went to Pavilion Central School with Jim. We graduated together in 1961. I was the catcher on the baseball team and Jim was a pitcher. He had a great curve ball and though we didn't win many games, we loved playing the game. I just learned of his passing as I was reaching out to our graduating class to let them know of the passing of another of our classmates. Life is short, make the most of your time here, as Jim did. Sending love to his family, Brian Lyke

Like many here, I also had Mr. Kenna as a geometry teacher. I have fond memories of him. It's funny the things you remember....you needed to do some drawing in geometry and he once told me I couldn't draw a straight line even with a ruler. To this day I am "artistically challenged" but I was a math major in college! I send my sincere condolences to his family---he was a great guy!
Patricia Akins Sandler

Such great memories of Mr. Kenna. He taught me Geometry in 10th Grade and the proofs that we would go through every day...so many of them! LOL. He was strict but light-hearted and I always enjoyed his class. For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us. Romans 8:18

Many fond memories of Math club and Geometry with Mr Kenna - sending loving thoughts to all his family
- Helen Lawler Seebold

Paul and Family,
Whenever hanging out with Paul and I saw Mr. Kenna, he was always welcoming and had a great sense of humor. So sorry for your loss and my prayers are with your family. Gary and Tamara Blanchard

Sharon Landcastle
Dearest Ann & Family, We know Jim is at peace with our Lord. Though Jim gave each of us fond memories, he will still be missed. So, until we meet again" May fair winds be at your back," God has you in the palm of His hand. Blessings, one & all

I knew Jim when he was just a kit. Paul and Nina Kenna, and their family, always made friends/visitors very comfortable. I was a teenager and Jim was a kid so FULL of energy. He and I both went to Brockport and he and I shared the same LOVE of Mathematics. As "grown-ups" we were not as close but we could call each other Friends. Jim was a major figure in the Dansville community and he will be missed.....and to his lovely wife, Ann, take good care of the grandchildren. Hugs from Livonia...Cal/Joyce Lathan

Mr. Kenna was a great teacher ,inspiring basketball coach and a life long friend !I hope to see him again some day ,prayers to his family!

Oh my, Ann. We are so very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. We are remembering all our fun times with you both in years past. We are here in Florida but our prayers are with you all.

Although we haven't connected with Jim and Ann for quite a while, we remember them from St Mary's and various community activities. God is welcoming home a gentle, loving man. See you on the other side Jim!!

Mr. Kenna turned my path of education around. I was feeling sorry for myself bc my parents were divorcing etc. I failed to study we had a pop quiz. When he handed back the quiz...a big FAT 0..... I said I can't believe you GAVE me a zero. (young entitled teenager) and he responded firmly and to my disbelief and I quote "No, you earned that all by yourself !" His words changed my thinking. I am a life long, three (working on a fourth) college degree holding, student. I credit him for my change of attitude, and I am deeply grateful. I am so sorry for your loss. May your path forward be paved with gentle guidance and warm memories.

Sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. A good teacher, a good coach and a great guy. Al and Sally Herrick

My favorite teacher in high school. Very strict.. The reason I did well in geometry. Nothing but good memories.

I am so sorry to hear of Mr Kenna’s passing. He was a wonderful teacher who made geometry fun! Please accept my condolences.

Ann and family Jim was a teacher to me in the Jr. High, then got to know him better when I started my career. He was a wonderful guy and I am sure he will be missed